Cuban Black Bean & Plantain Bowl
Sweet, savory, and satisfying in every bite!
This Cuban Black Bean and Plantain Bowl offers a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it a truly satisfying meal. It is a fantastic vegetarian option that is both hearty and vibrant. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a flavorful lunch, this bowl is sure to transport your taste buds to the Caribbean.
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 (15-oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- For the Mojo Sauce:
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- Pinch of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in black beans, broth, vinegar, and brown sugar. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, mashing some beans for thickness. Season.
- While beans simmer, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a separate pan. Fry plantains until golden brown on both sides.
- For the rice: Combine cooked rice with cilantro and lime juice.
- For the mojo sauce: Whisk together all sauce ingredients.
- Assemble bowls: layer cilantro-lime rice, black beans, fried plantains, and avocado. Drizzle generously with mojo sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This recipe works out to about 1228 calories per serving. For the full breakdown, protein, carbs, and fat included, save it in the Forkful app: nutrition is calculated automatically from the ingredient list.
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